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If you have a lingering sense of curiosity and wonder, you’re free to explore them in unabashed luxury over 18 days of in-depth exploration.

Start your journey in magnificent, history-rich Istanbul and beyond that, Gallipoli and the pristine stretches of the Black Sea. Begin your cruise in Giurgiu, and journey back in time through a handful of unspoilt lands. Cruise along the Lower Danube and from there you can explore all the way to beautiful Budapest.

Day

Activity

Day 1

Depart USA

Day 2

Welcome to Istanbul

Day 3

Istanbul

Day 4

Istanbul

Day 5

Istanbul > Canakkale

Day 6

Canakkale > Gallipoli

Day 7

Canakkale > Nessebar

Day 8

Nessebar

Day 9

Nessebar > Bucharest

Day 10

Bucharest > Giurgiu

Day 11

Silistra

Day 12

Rousse

Day 13

Iron Gates

Day 14

Belgrade

Day 15

Osijek

Day 16

Kalocsa

Day 17

Budapest

Day 18

Budapest

Day 19

Budapest

Day

Activity

Day 1

Depart USA

Day 2

Welcome to Istanbul

Day 3

Istanbul

Day 4

Istanbul

Day 5

Istanbul > Canakkale

Day 6

Canakkale > Gallipoli

Day 7

Canakkale > Nessebar

Day 8

Nessebar

Day 9

Nessebar > Bucharest

Day 10

Bucharest > Giurgiu

Day 11

Silistra

Day 12

Rousse

Day 13

Iron Gates

Day 14

Belgrade

Day 15

Osijek

Day 16

Kalocsa

Day 17

Budapest

Day 18

Budapest

Day 19

Budapest

Day

Activity / Description

Day 1

Depart USA

Depart the US on your overnight flight.

Date: 03-Oct-2020, Sat

Day 2

Welcome to Istanbul

Your journey into wonder begins here, with a three night stay in Istanbul.

Date: 04-Oct-2020, Sun

Day 3

Istanbul

Freechoice: Try your hand at a cooking class or join a calligraphy course and master the ancient art of writing. Or relax and rejuvenate during your visit to a traditional Turkish bath.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Date: 05-Oct-2020, Mon

Day 4

Istanbul

This morning visit Hagia Sophia and spend some time wandering the evocative Grand Bazaar before an afternoon at leisure.EnrichTonight, a special treat awaits you as you partake in your farewell dinner at the stunning Hamdi Restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Date: 06-Oct-2020, Tue

Day 5

Istanbul > Canakkale

Enjoy a fascinating tour of Homer’s Troy – the legendary site of the Trojan Wars. Afterwards, travel to Canakkale for a two night stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Date: 07-Oct-2020, Wed

Day 6

Canakkale > Gallipoli

Visit the Gallipoli Peninsula, the site of WWI landings by the Allied Forces, including ANZAC troops. There are over 31 cemeteries on the peninsula, which is now a national park. Explore and gain a unique perspective on this moving and historically poignant location.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Date: 08-Oct-2020, Thu

Day 7

Canakkale > Nessebar

Journey from Canakkale to Bulgaria and stay two nights in Nessebar.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Date: 09-Oct-2020, Fri

Day 8

Nessebar

Enjoy a tour of Nessebar. Tonight, delight in delicious local cuisine and take in a folklore show.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Date: 10-Oct-2020, Sat

Day 9

Nessebar > Bucharest

See a diverse range of scenery as you pass through Bulgaria to Romania’s capital, Bucharest, where you will check into you centrally located hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Date: 11-Oct-2020, Sun

Day 10

Bucharest > Giurgiu

Freechoice: Explore Bucharest and learn about its communist past, including a visit to Ceausescu’s Spring Palace. Or tour the Village Open Air Museum and discover ethnography exhibits depicting Romanian heritage and culture.Later, travel to Giurgiu where you will be personally welcomed by your friendly dedicated staff on board your luxury Scenic Space-Ship.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Date: 12-Oct-2020, Mon

Day 11

Silistra

Freechoice: Discover Silistra Fort during an active walking tour, or take an excursion to Varna on the Black Sea coast. Alternatively, visit a local village and primary school to learn about life in Bulgaria.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Date: 13-Oct-2020, Tue

Day 12

Rousse

Freechoice: Visit Rousse, where you’ll be treated to a guided sightseeing tour. Alternatively, discover the Byzantine gem of Veliko Tarnovo and the World Heritage-listed village of Arbanassi.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Date: 14-Oct-2020, Wed

Day 13

Iron Gates

Relax and admire the scenery as you cruise the spectacular Iron Gates, a narrow gorge that the Danube has carved out between the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains. It’s a spectacular setting for a cruise and also the natural border between Serbia and Romania.SundownersRaise a toast to the end of a wonderful day in this spectacular location.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Date: 15-Oct-2020, Thu

Day 14

Belgrade

Freechoice: Enjoy an in-depth tour of one of Europe’s oldest capitals, Belgrade, including a visit to Tito’s Memorial, or take an orientation tour of Belgrade before time at leisure. Alternatively, choose a guided bicycle ride along the Danube, or journey to Sremski Karlovci, where you can wander the town with our experts and marvel at the beautiful Baroque elements. Or, for some true insight into everyday life, take a walk through the city with a local.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Date: 16-Oct-2020, Fri

Day 15

Osijek

Freechoice: Explore Osijek on a guided city tour, or if you’re the more active type, you can opt to take a blissful guided bike ride through Osijek’s countryside.EnrichAs a special Scenic guest, you’ll be invited into the home of a local family for a traditional home-cooked meal and the chance to discover what everyday life is really like in Croatia. With great food and wonderful company, this will be a magnificent meal and a rare opportunity to meet people who understand the local way of life intimately.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Date: 17-Oct-2020, Sat

Day 16

Kalocsa

Today witness a traditional Hungarian horse show.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Date: 18-Oct-2020, Sun

Day 17

Budapest

After breakfast disembark your Scenic Space-Ship and join a guided tour through the city often considered the most beautiful in Europe.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Date: 19-Oct-2020, Mon

Day 18

Budapest

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore this magnificent city.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Date: 20-Oct-2020, Tue

Day 19

Budapest

After breakfast, prepare to head home. It may be the end of your journey, but it’s the beginning of a lifetime of fond memories.Please note: Pre release itinerary subject to change

Meals: Breakfast

Date: 21-Oct-2020, Wed

Day

Date

Activity / Description

Day 1

03-Oct-2020, Sat

Depart USA

Depart the US on your overnight flight.

Day 2

04-Oct-2020, Sun

Welcome to Istanbul

Your journey into wonder begins here, with a three night stay in Istanbul.

Day 3

05-Oct-2020, Mon

Istanbul

Freechoice: Try your hand at a cooking class or join a calligraphy course and master the ancient art of writing. Or relax and rejuvenate during your visit to a traditional Turkish bath.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4

06-Oct-2020, Tue

Istanbul

This morning visit Hagia Sophia and spend some time wandering the evocative Grand Bazaar before an afternoon at leisure.EnrichTonight, a special treat awaits you as you partake in your farewell dinner at the stunning Hamdi Restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5

07-Oct-2020, Wed

Istanbul > Canakkale

Enjoy a fascinating tour of Homer’s Troy – the legendary site of the Trojan Wars. Afterwards, travel to Canakkale for a two night stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6

08-Oct-2020, Thu

Canakkale > Gallipoli

Visit the Gallipoli Peninsula, the site of WWI landings by the Allied Forces, including ANZAC troops. There are over 31 cemeteries on the peninsula, which is now a national park. Explore and gain a unique perspective on this moving and historically poignant location.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7

09-Oct-2020, Fri

Canakkale > Nessebar

Journey from Canakkale to Bulgaria and stay two nights in Nessebar.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8

10-Oct-2020, Sat

Nessebar

Enjoy a tour of Nessebar. Tonight, delight in delicious local cuisine and take in a folklore show.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9

11-Oct-2020, Sun

Nessebar > Bucharest

See a diverse range of scenery as you pass through Bulgaria to Romania’s capital, Bucharest, where you will check into you centrally located hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10

12-Oct-2020, Mon

Bucharest > Giurgiu

Freechoice: Explore Bucharest and learn about its communist past, including a visit to Ceausescu’s Spring Palace. Or tour the Village Open Air Museum and discover ethnography exhibits depicting Romanian heritage and culture.Later, travel to Giurgiu where you will be personally welcomed by your friendly dedicated staff on board your luxury Scenic Space-Ship.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11

13-Oct-2020, Tue

Silistra

Freechoice: Discover Silistra Fort during an active walking tour, or take an excursion to Varna on the Black Sea coast. Alternatively, visit a local village and primary school to learn about life in Bulgaria.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12

14-Oct-2020, Wed

Rousse

Freechoice: Visit Rousse, where you’ll be treated to a guided sightseeing tour. Alternatively, discover the Byzantine gem of Veliko Tarnovo and the World Heritage-listed village of Arbanassi.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13

15-Oct-2020, Thu

Iron Gates

Relax and admire the scenery as you cruise the spectacular Iron Gates, a narrow gorge that the Danube has carved out between the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains. It’s a spectacular setting for a cruise and also the natural border between Serbia and Romania.SundownersRaise a toast to the end of a wonderful day in this spectacular location.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14

16-Oct-2020, Fri

Belgrade

Freechoice: Enjoy an in-depth tour of one of Europe’s oldest capitals, Belgrade, including a visit to Tito’s Memorial, or take an orientation tour of Belgrade before time at leisure. Alternatively, choose a guided bicycle ride along the Danube, or journey to Sremski Karlovci, where you can wander the town with our experts and marvel at the beautiful Baroque elements. Or, for some true insight into everyday life, take a walk through the city with a local.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 15

17-Oct-2020, Sat

Osijek

Freechoice: Explore Osijek on a guided city tour, or if you’re the more active type, you can opt to take a blissful guided bike ride through Osijek’s countryside.EnrichAs a special Scenic guest, you’ll be invited into the home of a local family for a traditional home-cooked meal and the chance to discover what everyday life is really like in Croatia. With great food and wonderful company, this will be a magnificent meal and a rare opportunity to meet people who understand the local way of life intimately.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 16

18-Oct-2020, Sun

Kalocsa

Today witness a traditional Hungarian horse show.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 17

19-Oct-2020, Mon

Budapest

After breakfast disembark your Scenic Space-Ship and join a guided tour through the city often considered the most beautiful in Europe.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 18

20-Oct-2020, Tue

Budapest

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore this magnificent city.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 19

21-Oct-2020, Wed

Budapest

After breakfast, prepare to head home. It may be the end of your journey, but it’s the beginning of a lifetime of fond memories.Please note: Pre release itinerary subject to change

Meals: Breakfast

Explore Europe on board the Scenic Ruby or Scenic Pearl and enjoy stunning views from the Sun Deck, exclusive dining and a choice between five spacious suite categories.